Eco-Friendly Starch Air Cushion Formulation

This professional formulation provides biodegradable air cushions for protective packaging. Made from sustainable potato starch and glycerin, it offers high impact resistance, ideal for the shipping of electronic goods, and breaks down safely in soil.

Technical Specifications

  • pH Level: 4.5 - 5.0
  • Shelf Life: 12 months
  • Batch Size: 10-100 kg batch sizes
  • Processing Time: 3-4 hours
  • Temperature: 90-100°C during heating phase
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
  • Viscosity: High viscosity in gelatinous form
  • Certification: ISO 14000: Environmental Management

Ingredients

IngredientPercentageFunction
Potato Starch78%Main structural component
Glycerin12%Plasticizer, provides flexibility
Water8%Solvent, aids in the mixing process
Citric Acid1%pH Adjuster
Sodium Citrate0.5%Stabilizer, prevents microbial growth
Natural Pigment0.5%Color adjustment

Manufacturing Process

Preparation Phase

  1. Measure and prepare all ingredients.
  2. Dissolve citric acid and sodium citrate in water.

Mixing Phase

  1. Add potato starch to the water solution and mix thoroughly.
  2. Incorporate glycerin and continue mixing until the mixture is homogeneous.
  3. Add natural pigment if desired and mix until color is uniform.

Heating Phase

  1. Heat the mixture at a controlled temperature of 90-100°C, stirring continuously to prevent clumping.
  2. Monitor until the solution becomes gelatinous and fully mixed.

Molding Phase

  1. Pour the heated mixture into molds designed for air cushions.
  2. Allow to cool at room temperature to solidify.

Usage Instructions

Place the air cushions in your packaging, ensuring they fill voids to provide effective protection for electronic goods.

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